Policy and Planning Managers

Policy and Planning Managers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate policy advice and strategic planning within organisations.

**Indicative skill level:**

#### In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

**Tasks include:**

- developing, implementing and monitoring strategic plans, programs, policies, processes, systems and procedures to achieve goals, objectives and work standards - developing, implementing, administering and participating in policy research and analysis - coordinating the implementation of policies and practices - establishing activity measures and measurements of accountability - overseeing and participating in the development of policy documents and reports - consulting with and providing expert advice to government officials and board members on policy, program and legislative issues - representing the organisation in negotiations, and at conventions, seminars, public hearings and forums convened to discuss policy issues